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Oil and gas drilling on McNelly Lane

Summary

GeoSouthern got a permit to drill on McNelly Lane in Precinct 3 — its first application since 2022. The county has a road agreement and bond so the flexible-base road gets restored to pre-drilling condition.

At a glance

Total mentions: 1
Last 30 days: 0

Last discussed Jun 9, 2026.

Impact analysis

💰Financial impact

No direct county cost — the operator posts a bond for road restoration.

✅Who benefits

GeoSouthern and mineral owners; the county is protected on road damage.

Mentions & discussions (1)

MeetingJun 9, 2026approved

Commissioners Court — Regular Meeting — 2026-06-09

Related development

approved

GeoSouthern Operating, LLC — McNelly Lane Oil and Gas Development Permit

Drilling activity will use McNelly Lane, but the road must be returned to pre-drilling condition under the agreement and bond.

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